Life's too short to sit on the sidelines. At Chilltown, play is for everyone — every day, at every skill level. Pick up a paddle, join a league, break a sweat, and leave with a smile.
Everyone's welcome. Players MUST book 1 hour before play time begins. Courts are set up for social play and practice. Some courts may not meet certain regulations. Please check your requirements before booking.
Chilltown Sports & Recreation is a temporary community recreation facility operated by Greenville Sports Renewal, a New Jersey nonprofit corporation. During this interim period, while long-term plans for the Sacred Heart campus continue to develop, the gym has been activated to provide affordable recreation, bring people together, and help generate revenue that supports the stewardship of this property.
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Hours
Monday – Friday6:00 am – 10:00 pm
Saturday – Sunday6:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location
169 Bayview Avenue Jersey City, NJ 07305
✓ Free off-street parking Entrance on Bayview Ave through the double gates in the HUGE enclosed parking lot
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What We Offer
Real wood floors. Real games.
The same kind of floors where legends were made — where sneakers squeaked and pickup games ran until midnight. Wood floors have soul. If you can play here, you can play anywhere.
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Pickleball
Indoor courts with proper painted boundary lines and wide spacing for safe maneuvering. Beginner-friendly open play every day.
3 courts available
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Badminton
Nets are easily adjusted to badminton heights. Courts are striped for both singles and doubles play.
3 courts available
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Basketball
Full-size indoor basketball court on real wood, with hoops on both ends. Rent the full gym for team practices, pickup runs, clinics, and games.
1 table available for booking. Book via the OpenCourt app or use the booking section below.
1 table available
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Open Play Daily
Morning, noon, and night — court booking is available 7 days a week. No membership required.
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Basketball
Court Layout
Badminton
Volleyball
Table Tennis
The Facility
Old school is the best school.
We've got wood floors. Real ones. The bounce is true, the slide is real, and the game is pure. Plenty of room between courts, so you're never crowded out.
3 full-size courts for pickleball & badminton
1–2 courts for volleyball
1 full court for basketball
Full gym rentals for basketball & volleyball
1 table tennis table
Free off-street parking on-site
Open 7 days a week, early mornings included
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Wood Courts
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Sports Offered
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Parking On-Site
Full Gym Rental · Jersey City
Rent the whole gym. Basketball & volleyball.
Need space for your team, club, league, or pickup run? Rent the entire ChillTown gym at 169 Bayview Ave — a full wood-floor court with free off-street parking in our enclosed lot.
Basketball Gym Rental
Full court · hoops on both ends
A full-size indoor basketball court on real hardwood. Great for team practices, AAU and travel teams, youth programs, adult pickup runs, clinics, and scrimmages.
🏀 Full court🪵 Wood floor🅿️ Free Parking
Volleyball Gym Rental
1 or 2 courts
Indoor volleyball on hardwood, set up as one court or split into two side-by-side courts. Great for club and school team practices, open runs, and friendly matches.
🏐 1–2 courts🪵 Wood floor🅿️ Free Parking
Within the next 2 weeks
Book in the OpenCourt app
Full gym rentals can be booked through the OpenCourt app up to two weeks in advance. Create your OpenCourt account, pick your date and time, and you're set.
✍️ Waiver required for everyone entering👟 Non-marking indoor shoes only🚫 No food on the gym floor🌡️ Gym is not air-conditioned
Meeting Spaces
Need a room? We've got two.
Limited tables and chairs provided. Meeting and workshop use only — no catered events.
The Bidwell Room
Up to 30 people
📶 Fast WiFi🅿️ Free Parking
Meetings & workshops only. No catered events. Local? Email us for the Friends & Family discount.
The Bayview Room
Up to 50 people
📶 Fast WiFi🅿️ Free Parking
Meetings & workshops only. No catered events. Live in the neighborhood? Email for our discount code — good for 3 bookings.
Coming Soon
Leagues! Clubs! Coaching!
Right now we offer open court booking — morning, noon, and night. Clinics, clubs, coaching, and league play are coming. Get on the list and we'll hit you first.
You're on the list! We'll be in touch.
Reserve Your Court
Book Now
Court booking powered by OpenCourt. Select your sport, pick a time, and you're in. Full gym rentals can be booked here up to two weeks in advance — for dates further out, please call (646) 470-1822.
FAQ
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General
Chilltown Sports & Rec, 169 Bayview Ave, Jersey City, NJ.
Chilltown Sports & Rec, 169 Bayview Ave, Jersey City, NJ.
Chilltown Sports & Rec, 169 Bayview Ave, Jersey City, NJ.
Chilltown Sports & Rec, 169 Bayview Ave, Jersey City, NJ. The full gym can be rented for basketball.
Chilltown Sports & Rec is an indoor sports facility in Jersey City offering pickleball and badminton courts, full gym rentals for basketball and volleyball, along with community space for events and activities.
Chilltown Sports & Rec is located at 169 Bayview Avenue, Jersey City, New Jersey, serving players from Jersey City, Bayonne, Newark, and surrounding areas.
Chilltown Sports & Rec is open 7 days a week. Monday–Friday 6am–10pm. Saturday–Sunday 6am–12pm.
Full Gym Rental
Yes. Chilltown rents the full gym for basketball: a full-size indoor wood court with hoops on both ends, plus free off-street parking.
Yes. The full gym can be rented for volleyball and set up as 1 court or 2 side-by-side courts.
Full gym rentals can be booked through the OpenCourt app up to two weeks in advance. For dates further out, please call (646) 470-1822.
Yes. For a series of dates or a full season, please call (646) 470-1822 and we'll set up your schedule.
Pickleball in Jersey City
Yes. Chilltown Sports & Rec offers indoor pickleball courts in Jersey City, allowing year-round play regardless of weather.
Chilltown features 3 indoor painted pickleball courts.
The courts are painted on a wood gym floor, providing a fast, consistent indoor playing surface.
Yes. Chilltown welcomes all skill levels, from beginners to advanced players. Open play sessions are a great way to learn the game and meet other players.
Badminton in Jersey City
Yes. Chilltown Sports & Rec offers indoor badminton courts in Jersey City using the same gym space, lined for badminton play.
The facility can be configured for multiple indoor badminton courts depending on scheduling and setup.
Indoor wood courts with painted badminton lines, providing a fast and responsive playing surface. Is badminton available for all skill levels? Yes — players of all levels are welcome.
Booking & Access
All bookings are handled online through the OpenCourt app, where you can reserve courts, join sessions, and manage your play.
No. Chilltown operates on a reservation-only system. All players must book in advance through OpenCourt.
Yes. You must create an account in OpenCourt to reserve courts and complete your waiver.
Waiver Requirement
Yes. Every person entering the facility must sign a waiver, regardless of whether they are playing, watching, or participating in any activity.
Pricing
Pricing depends on the type of session and time of day. Check the booking section for current rates.
Standard court bookings are priced per court. Open play sessions are priced per person.
Yes. Lower pricing may be available during off-peak hours or promotional periods.
Equipment
Players can bring their own equipment. Rental equipment may be available depending on availability.
Yes, basic equipment for play is typically available.
Only non-marking indoor court shoes are allowed on the courts.
Facility & Amenities
Yes. Chilltown offers free off-street parking. Enter through the double gates on Bayview Avenue.
Yes. The facility includes fast, free WiFi.
Yes. The gym is fully indoors, which means you can play year-round regardless of weather. Note: the gym is not air-conditioned, so dress accordingly on hot days.
Yes. Restrooms and seating are available for players.
Playing Experience
Yes. Open play sessions make it easy to join games and meet other players. Many players attend individually.
Chilltown plans to host leagues, tournaments, and organized play sessions. Sign up for our newsletter to be first to know.
Lessons and beginner sessions may be available depending on schedule.
Rules & Policies
No food is allowed on the courts. Drinks may be permitted in designated areas.
No. Alcohol is not permitted.
Yes. The full gym can be rented for basketball and volleyball, and courts and community spaces may be available for private rentals and group events. See Full Gym Rental.
More About Chilltown
Yes. Chilltown Sports & Rec is conveniently located in Jersey City and is easily accessible from Hoboken, Journal Square, Downtown Jersey City, Bayonne, Union City, and other Hudson County neighborhoods. Many players choose Chilltown because it offers indoor courts and free parking without needing to travel into Manhattan or Brooklyn.
Our pickleball courts are played on real indoor wood gym flooring rather than temporary outdoor-style surfaces. Many players prefer wood courts because they provide a more comfortable playing experience, especially during colder months or extended sessions. The indoor environment also eliminates weather cancellations and wind issues common with outdoor courts.
Yes. Chilltown Sports & Rec is fully indoors, allowing pickleball play during rain, snow, extreme heat, or winter weather. Many players visit Chilltown specifically as a rainy-day or winter pickleball option in Jersey City and Hudson County.
Yes. Chilltown Sports & Rec combines indoor pickleball courts with free off-street parking, making it easier for players traveling from Jersey City, Hoboken, Bayonne, and surrounding Hudson County neighborhoods.
Yes. Chilltown Sports & Rec is a popular indoor option for rainy-day sports and recreation in Jersey City. Because the facility is indoors, games and activities can continue regardless of outdoor weather conditions.
Chilltown Sports & Rec offers indoor pickleball, badminton, volleyball, basketball, table tennis, full gym rentals, community events, and multi-use recreational programming in Jersey City. Our facility is designed as a flexible indoor sports and recreation space for Hudson County.
Chilltown provides a reliable indoor playing experience with reserved court access, free parking, fast WiFi, and a welcoming environment, open 7 days a week in Jersey City.
More Than a Place to Play
Community. By Design.
Chilltown Sports & Recreation is a temporary community recreation facility operated by Greenville Sports Renewal, a New Jersey nonprofit corporation. During this interim period, while long-term plans for the Sacred Heart campus continue to develop, the gym has been activated to provide affordable recreation, bring people together, and help generate revenue that supports the stewardship of this historic property.
Revenue from rentals, leagues, clinics, tournaments, and events helps offset the costs of maintaining, securing, and preserving the campus so it remains an asset to the community today and for future generations.
